We trust professional models to show us all the hottest high fashion looks on the runway. But even off the catwalk, models set the standard for trendy street style.
Even when they're not working, models like Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, and Lily Aldridge are frequently photographed — and they still look effortlessly cool, wearing miniature sunglasses, statement heels, and edgy patterns, among other trends.
This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in.Take cues from some of fashion's biggest names and keep scrolling for 25 off-duty model looks that you'll want to copy.
Winnie Harlow wore a cold shoulder leather jacket with a white sweater and jeans during Spring Fashion Week in February 2017.
The cold shoulder details give this outfit an unexpected twist.
In March 2017, Cara Delevingne layered a black peacoat over a striped blazer, white tank top, and embellished white jeans.
The model completed the look with matching white shoes, a silver statement necklace, pearl earrings, and a black and white purse.
Although off-duty models are known for wearing black, Bella Hadid sported a monochromatic powder blue ensemble in April 2017.
The model wore an off-the-shoulder top with light wash jeans, a jean jacket, and Air Jordan sneakers.
In July 2017, Kendall Jenner wore a very sheer red top, mom jeans, and sock-like white booties.
The model and reality TV star finished her look with a pair of tiny sunglasses and hoop earrings in two different sizes.
Victoria's Secret Angel Lily Aldridge wore a strappy floral dress to a Vogue photo shoot in June 2017.
Aldridge completed this summertime look with a pair of scalloped white sandals and Ray-Ban sunglasses.
In June 2017, Suki Waterhouse wore a mismatched shirt and shorts, a baseball cap that said "COMFORT," and slides in New York City.
Although this outfit broke fashion rules, Waterhouse looked effortlessly cool.
In June 2017, Victoria's Secret Angel Martha Hunt was photographed wearing a bright floral dress and black slides in New York City.
Hunt looked casually glamorous with natural hair and makeup.
In August 2017, Danielle Lashley stepped out of her Victoria's Secret Fashion Show audition wearing a striped cold shoulder top with shorts.
Lashley wore the ensemble with a pair of strappy black heels.
Ebonee Davis also rocked a pair of shorts to the same audition, but she dressed them up with a statement frilled blouse.
Davis accessorized with colorful snakeskin booties, hoop earrings, and a purse.
Maryna Linchuk wore an oversized patterned blouse over a pair of shorts and a crop top to the Victoria's Secret runway show audition. She used a belt to add structure and definition.
The model wore trendy accessories like hoop earrings, a small bracelet, and miniature sunglasses.
Flávia Lucini wore a backless striped jumpsuit with a pair of taupe mules to a Victoria's Secret Fashion Show audition in New York City.
Lucini kept her hair and makeup simple, and wore a small crystal pendant.
Cindy Mello also auditioned for the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. She wore a similar striped jumpsuit for the occasion.
The Brazilian model styled her hair in loose waves and wore basic white sandals to create contrast with her black jumpsuit.
Meanwhile, Josie Conseco wore a white bandeau top and a pair of high-waisted pants to the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show casting.
She accessorized with two chokers, a pair of hoop earrings, and a thick belt.
Luma Grothe layered a cream-colored jumpsuit over a white T-shirt in August 2017.
The Brazilian model tied the outfit together with brown block heels and subtle makeup.
Devon Windsor wore a pair of flowing white pants with a pink silk crop top and a lightweight beige coat to the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show casting.
She finished the look with a subtle gold bracelet, nude shoes, and a matching beige bag.
Juana Burga Cervera wore a white T-shirt with garter-style white mom jeans to the same Victoria's Secret runway show casting.
She accessorized with beige high heels and tortoiseshell sunglasses.
Bianca Padilla wore a turtleneck crop top with a pair of light-wash blue jeans to the same Victoria's Secret audition.
She also wore a pair of lace-up heels to add a touch of glamor to her casual look.
Lorena Rae wore a black crop top with leggings for her Victoria's Secret Fashion Show casting outfit.
The German model kept her makeup and accessories minimal.
Charlee Fraser wore a white crop top and khaki pants with black trim to the same casting.
Fraser finished her outfit with a pair of large reflective sunglasses and black sandals.
Green pants were a common theme at the Victoria's Secret casting. Leila Nda also sported a pair.
Nda complemented the pants with a bra-like crop top, a simple silver watch, and a pair of oversized sunglasses.
Kelly Gale turned up to her Victoria's Secret Fashion Show audition in army pants, a crop top, and a leather jacket.
Gale, who earned a spot in the show for the fourth time, styled her hair in large waves.
Amilna Estevao wore a gray crop top, striped skirt, and camouflage bomber jacket after being cast in Victoria's Secret Fashion Show for the first time.
The Angolan model held celebratory flowers in one hand and a Starbucks cup in the other.
In August 2017, Roosmarijn de Kok was pictured wearing a black camisole with a denim skirt after landing a spot in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
The Dutch model kept her hair and makeup natural-looking and accessorized with a pair of tiny hoop earrings.
Shanina Shaik was pictured wearing a white blouse with bell sleeves tucked into a distressed denim miniskirt in August 2017.
Shaik kept her look casual and breezy, sporting a simple pair of strappy black sandals.
Cindy Bruna wore a black T-shirt dress with white sneakers and a pair of small sunglasses — a model staple — to the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show casting.
As Bruna demonstrates, a T-shirt dress is an easy outfit that can simply be styled to look chic.
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